2000 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
